I’m an independent researcher at CONICET (National Scientific and Technical Research Council) and professor at the Faculty of Exact Sciences of the UNLP (National University of La Plata). I specialize in modeling equations of state for compact objects and phase diagrams of quantum chromodynamics. I hold a PhD in Physics from the Brazilian Center for Physical Research (Centro Brasileiro de Pesquisas Físicas, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil). I also have worked at the University of San Diego, California, USA, investigating phase transitions in dense matter, proto-neutron stars, and hybrid stars.  My interests include dark matter, neutron star cooling, and phenomena associated with neutron star crusts. When I’m not unraveling the secrets of compact objects, I’m a dedicated martial artist. In martial arts I find the perfect balance between the physics of motion and mental discipline.